East Millinocket Water Works
EPA ID: ME0091150 · 2,133 people served · 1 ZIP code
ZipCheckup's reading of EPA SDWIS for East Millinocket Water Works (ME0091150): no EPA violations recorded in the last five years. Five clean years on EPA record - East Millinocket Water Works, 2,133 residents served.
Data: EPA SDWIS
Service Area Map
Coverage area for East Millinocket Water Works Source: EPA SDWIS service area boundaries.
Service area boundary
Service Area Demographics
The East Millinocket Water Works serves a community with a median household income of $44,306 and an estimated 1,545 residents across its service area. Approximately 90% of housing stock was built before 1986, which increases the likelihood of lead service lines and older plumbing.
Environmental Justice Note: 43% of the population in this service area is classified as disadvantaged under EPA's EJScreen criteria. Communities with higher disadvantaged populations often face disproportionate environmental and health burdens, including aging water infrastructure and limited resources for remediation.
💧 Where Does Your Water Come From?
East Millinocket Water Works's water is pumped from underground aquifers. Groundwater is naturally filtered through rock and soil, but it can be vulnerable to PFAS contamination, nitrates from agriculture, and industrial chemicals that seep into the water table.
Infrastructure Risk
Comparable Water Systems
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Estimated Remediation Costs
Average estimated costs across ZIP codes served by this system
Based on national averages for common remediation projects. Actual costs vary by property. Only issues flagged by EPA, FEMA, or state data for each ZIP code are included.
System Overview
East Millinocket Water Works (EPA ID: ME0091150) is a community water system in Maine that serves approximately 2,133 people from groundwater sources.
This system serves ZIP code 04430 in East Millinocket.
Violation History
Lead & Copper
EPA Lead and Copper Rule evidence attributed directly to this water system:
| Lead Level | Exceeds Action Level | Sample Date |
|---|---|---|
| 0.0028 mg/L | No | N/A |
No copper action-level exceedance record appears for this PWSID in the accepted LCR snapshot. This does not establish a clean copper measurement.
Radon Risk in Service Area
Dominant radon zone for ZIP codes served by this system: Zone 1 (High Risk)
The EPA recommends testing homes in Zone 1 and Zone 2 areas for radon.
Need help with your water quality?
Typical cost: Water test: typically $20–$50 (DIY kit) · Professional inspection: $150–$400
Find the Right Water FilterFree tip: Let cold water run for 2 minutes before drinking — this helps flush lead from your pipes.
ZIP Codes Served
Coverage: Service area ZIP codes sourced from EPA Community Water System Service Area Boundaries v3 (March 2026 release). These ZIPs reflect the actual deployment footprint recorded by ME or modeled from parcel and building-footprint data.
- 04430 - East Millinocket
Data Sources
This report uses public data from the EPA Safe Drinking Water Information System (SDWIS). View the full compliance record for East Millinocket Water Works (ME0091150) on EPA.gov.
Frequently Asked Questions
Is East Millinocket Water Works water safe to drink?
The accepted 2026Q2 ECHO snapshot contains zero violation records for East Millinocket Water Works in the inclusive 2021-2026 record-year window. This is a compliance-record finding, not a guarantee about water at a specific tap.
How many people does East Millinocket Water Works serve?
East Millinocket Water Works serves approximately 2,133 people across 1 ZIP code in Maine.
Where does East Millinocket Water Works get its water?
The primary water source is groundwater.
Frequently Asked Questions
How to cite this page
ZipCheckup. (n.d.). East Millinocket Water Works Water Quality Report, ME. https://zipcheckup.com/water-system/me0091150/
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